Special teams matter. That’s why I kept both Bellamy and Thompson. Gentry earned a roster spot, in my opinion, based on his stellar preseason. Chicago probably didn’t see enough from Victor Cruz to keep him around.

Dan Skuta is another linebacker the Bears like, but he’s been banged up. I kept Houston (even though he costs a lot more money) over Sam Acho because Houston has made big plays in the past. Although, Houston did suffer an injury in Thursday night's second half.

I left off Deiondre' Hall -- who can play both cornerback and safety -- because he suffered an apparent injury in the preseason finale. Jones-Quartey gets the nod over Deon Bush because his overall body of work is more consistent.